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GK08 WYW

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

311,176 mi
Last recorded311,176 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 WYW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 311,176 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust corroded but not seriously weakened.

Rear Slight oil seepage from rear differential.

Pass 28 Apr 2025 287,950 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 171,252 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view B ZONE LESS THAN 40MM (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2023 163,254 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 May 2023 163,254 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2022 154,730 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective headlights lens cloudy ..both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted flat spot on wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 May 2021 147,466 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A on limit (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 May 2021 147,463 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wing b/pipe under bonnet (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wing b/pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc contaminated outer face badly corroded (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A on limit (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 146,419 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 146,419 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2019 137,417 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 137,417 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 129,743 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2018 129,743 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 117,909 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

rear discs worn

Pass 26 Feb 2016 102,124 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 89,798 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 77,689 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 66,874 miles

handbrake travel

Pass 28 Feb 2012 57,048 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 43,391 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?

Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
9,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
164,434
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46,783
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43,234
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37,987
Stop lamp not working 33,048
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GK08 WYW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 123,026 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vito fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK08 WYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vito typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK08 WYW registered?

GK08 WYW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is GK08 WYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK08 WYW shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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